11 shorts ensembles will leave you sweat-free and stylish for a date night

Be date-night ready with these

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First dates are always nerve-racking, let alone having to choose what to wear. Your first impression will make a big impact on how he perceives who you are, so you really want to nail it first time. This is all well and good but you also don’t want to over do it either...AND...you have to factor in our hot and muggy weather. There’s no point wearing your favourite derriere-hugging skinny jeans when you’re outdoors all evening and sweating your makeup off, is there? Foundation isn’t so great when it’s trickling down your neck, no it is not.

So, to keep yourselves sweat-free (we say no to panda eyes) we recommend opting for a beautifully tailored pair of smart-casual shorts. Shorts allow us freedom of movement and continual air flow, so we don’t feel like we’re battling the harsh Singapore elements during a deep and meaningful conversation and his pet rabbit. No no, we do love rabbits, please continue *orders another Bellini*.

To streamline your decision process, here’s our handpicked list of the best shorts this season, plus tips on how to wear them to your first date...we’re just extra nice like that.

 

 

Split printed silk crepe de chine shorts

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Toteme’s shorts have draped crossover panels that are left open at the sides to add that extra texture to the outfit. Cut to sit comfortably on your waist, they are made from silk crepe de chine with a navy ecru geometric motif, ending with a curved hem that accentuates your legs. Team yours with a bell-sleeve tunic, all tucked in.

Toteme split printed silk crepe de chine shorts, $190 from Net-a-porter

 

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Shorts with frill detail

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Feminine, this pair of tailored shorts with frill detail tracing along the pockets, makes for a good first date choice. If you two are heading out to dinner, pair yours with a v-neck blouse for a more formal look. For a movie date, wear them with a camisole. Bun your hair up and throw on some statement earrings to really elevate the entire outfit.

Fashion Union shorts with frill detail, $60.34 from Asos

 

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Florida printed silk jacquard shorts

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“There is always an underlying spirit of pop culture American behind everything I do,” designer Anna Sui mentions. That is why this pair of jacquard shorts pays tribute to her roots, Florida, the ‘Land of Sunshine’ by playfully patterning it with flowers, exotic fruit, maps and parasols. Cut from featherweight silk-jacquard we suggest pairing them up with an off-shoulder top and a nude beige block heels.

Anna Sui Florida printed silk jacquard shorts, $336 from Net-a-porter

 

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Leaf crepe shorts

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You can’t go wrong with a classic tailored black shorts so it comes at no surprise that this pair of Alexander McQueen’s shorts from the ‘Leaf’ collection will be your go-to when you are in a rush. Designed to look like a skirt, this has a split overlay that resembles an inverted pleat for that added sharp texture. Put them on with an asymmetric ruffle top for that ladylike ensemble.

Alexander McQueen Leaf crepe shorts, $463 from Net-a-porter

 

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Paperbag waist short

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We love the gathered paperbag waist on this pair of shorts - it helps to sculpt your silhouette for a more defined frame. We say show all of these off with a bardot neckline cropped top, paired with a boxed clutch for that date-night ready look.

Asos Paperbag waist short, $47.41

 

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Fraise scalloped linen shorts

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Sophisticated in pink, this pair of A-line silhouette shorts from Paper London ends with a flattering scallop hem, tailored in the UK from bubblegum linen subtly flecked with white threads. To complement the colour, wear this with a structured box tee of the same soft hue and a statement necklace.

Paper London Fraise scalloped linen shorts, $162 from Net-a-porter

 

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Printed cotton-poplin Bermuda shorts

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Emulate all that floral power with this pair of bermuda shorts from Dolce & Gabbana. More tailored and longer than other styles of shorts, this is perfect for that hot farmer’s market date you two have planned.

Graceful, this is printed with flowers and butterflies, which calls to mind the lush Sicilian landscapes that are always inspiring the design duo. Finished with side pockets, this sits snug on the waist. Wear it with a strappy charmeuse camisole and heeled loafers.

Dolce & Gabbana printed cotton-poplin Bermuda shorts, $783 from Net-a-porter

 

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Cotton jacquard shorts

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Something light and airy for you? Then Splendid’s tailored shorts are a must-have in your wardrobe. Crafted from cotton-jacquard in a geometric floral motif, we love how the long ties from the detachable define your silhouette with the tie-waist detail. Team this up with a white oversized shirt and classy suede pumps for an elegant get-up.

Splendid cotton jacquard shorts, $134 from Net-a-porter

 

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Embellished shorts

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It’s all about the details with this pair of shorts from River Island. Embellished with sequins in floral motif all-over, wear this with a plain ruffle sleeve tunic, preferably of the same shade to give a coordinated look.

River Island embellished shorts, $75.43 from Asos

 

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Embellished crepe shorts

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Don’t you just love the soft blush hue on this pair of Elie Saab’s shorts? With a high-rise waist, accentuated by two rows of polished gold button embellishments, we suggesting teaming yours up with a one-shoulder wrap over top with a tie-waist for a day-date. Alternatively, throw on a camisole and a trendy cape sleeve blazer for a more dressy date night outfit.

Elie Saab embellished crepe shorts, $734 from Net-a-porter

 

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Tailored ruffle shorts

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Want to keep it ladylike and elegant? Then put on this pair of tailored ruffle shorts with a bell sleeve tunic and a pair of floral embroidered maryjane block heels.

Pimkie tailored ruffle shorts, $32.30 from Asos

 

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